TV personality Steve Harvey and his wife, Marjorie, have attracted criticism from some followers online after they both posted a happy moment on social media.
In a recent post on Facebook on April 4, the couple stood close to a private jet with snow in the background as they exchanged a kiss.
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The public display of affection and affluence bothered some observers who complained that they were insensitive to the plight of underprivileged persons.
“Why post your wealth all the time when people are struggling to survive,” a follower wrote…Of course a plane had to be in the background…Did God flaunt his wealth?” another added.
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The Harveys are said to be fond of posting lavish photos while on vacation, but their ‘harmless’ posts often seem to attract some negativity from social media critics. Other people commend and admire their lifestyle nonetheless.
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Reports indicate the couple celebrated their 17th wedding anniversary with an elaborate family vacation in Taormina, Italy, bringing along their blended family of seven children.
Here, too, they shared pictures of their activities, including floating on the sea on a private yacht, living the life of the rich and famous.
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Following the backlash at the April 4 post, some admirers mounted a defence indicating that the jet displayed in the picture might have been rented, rather than it being Steve’s personal property.
In August 2024, the multibillionaire reacted to claims that he had accepted payments to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential bid.
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A social media influencer, named Dr. Umar Johnson, reportedly made the allegations against Mr Harvey and another personality.
However, Mr Harvey took the opportunity to set the record straight on his Morning Show, denying all the assertions that he was paid $10,000 for an interview.
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He stated at the time that he refuses to be bought and that his support for Ms Harris is based on her ability to serve.
“They offer me 10K for an interview with Kamala Harris. I don’t want your money, but we can definitely do the interview…You can’t offer Steve Harvey $10,000 to do nothing. Let me just get that out the way.”
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“I haven’t received a single dollar from anybody to do what I do, and I’m doing it gladly for free,” he stated on the show.
